Tuesday, August 31, 2010

I taught high school as well, and the kids used to really tire me out. Oy, some of my kids were such BRATS too. I am so sorry, want me to beat them up? ;) We also had a really tough schedule; pretty similar to yours.

Yeah, I would definitely say to put your feelers out to get a job that you love. It's ok to vent on here--it's healthy!

I can empathize completely....I usually have a class full of kids like that.You have to approach them differently.. Kill them with kindness, and just keep in mind that they are acting how they know best... which is usually lack luster communication skills. She very well may have a weakness is your subject, and is acting out because of it. My guess is... if you can get that chatty cathy to buy into what you can offer, everyone else will fall in line. Remember, I work at an alternative school... most of my kids have been expelled from their other schools. :D I get it!!!!!!!

Ah, that rain was there to wash away your work stress!! haha I can only appauld those of you who teach. I think you are amazing!!! I need to get on some weight challenges before I gain everything back.....